Canyon Rim Trail
Views along the Canyon Rim Trail are spectacular. A new underpass and surface repaving have made this trail more accessible to all outdoor adventurers.
Nature News
There’s always something happening outdoors on the Pajarito Plateau!
Differentiating Two Metalmarks
Steven J. Cary takes us on a scientific journey of the analysis of the eye coloring and wing markings of two varieties of the metalmark butterfly; Apodemia mejicanus (Sonoran or Mexican Metalmark) and Apodemia duryi (Dury’s Metalmark).
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Saving Our Dark Skies in Los Alamos
The dark skies we enjoy here are a benefit to tourism as well as to the well-being of wildlife, human health and calming the soul. Currently, there is an opportunity in Los Alamos to take action that will help to preserve and improve our dark skies.
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March, Comes in Like a Lion and Goes Out Like a Lamb
One day, we found ourselves standing in the Inyo Mountains on the border of Nevada and California. It was a magical view. Our hair blew fiercely in the wind, and around us stood old, bent and gnarled trees, known as krummholz.
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Now Hear This: A Symphony of Sound!
Focusing on identifying the characteristics of sounds in nature.
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2021 in New Mexico Butterflies
How do we mark our individual or collective progress toward a greater understanding of our various butterflies? Steve Cary explains.
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Principles of Good Outdoor Lighting
Learn how to employ good lighting practices at home to help preserve our dark skies and prevent light pollution.
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New Mexico Butterfly Photography
Another gripping New Mexico butterfly photography adventure courtesy of professional nature photographer Bryan Reynolds!
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